ABSTRACT OF - STATE-OF-THE-ART-REPORT - BOND UNDER CYCLIC LOADS

This state-of-the-art report summarizes the most recent background on bond behavior under cyclic loads. The report provides a background to bond problems, discusses the main variables affecting bond performance, and describes its behavior under cyclic loads. Two general types of cyclic loads are addressed: high-cycle (fatigue) and low-cycle (earthquake and similar) loads. The behavior of straight anchorages, hooks, and splices is included. Design recommendations are provided for both high- and low-cycle fatigue, and suggestions for further research are given.